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2021
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Suppers JAY — Friday, Feb. 5, Frank L. Mitchell VFW Post #3335 take out supper featuring chili with cornbread and ambrosia for dessert. Serving at 5 p.m., $8. Call Janice early at 897-2122 to reserve your meal. EAST DIXFIELD — February 6, Hall Farms Sap House has a new location! Come to Hall Farms in […]
Farmers’, transporters’, supporters’ protests represent transformational change
It was another rough week for small scale farmers, consumers, and transporters. Friends in Ireland share stories of increasing food and other supply shortages. With Brexit checks official since January 1, the situation has worsened. The Irish are ordering from amazon.fr to obtain goods and avoid increased taxes. Truckers are avoiding ports, leaving them nearly […]
Healthcare & Health Equity in Transgender Communities dialogue set
REGION — The University of Maine at Augusta will host a webinar featuring a panel of experts on trans health, health equity, and healthcare inequalities in Maine. Titled Health Equity Dialogues: Healthcare & Health Equity in Transgender Communities, the event is Wednesday, Feb. 10 from 12-1:30 p.m. as a virtual webinar. This event is open […]
North Livermore Baptist Church
NO. LIVERMORE — At the North Livermore Baptist Church Jan. 31 service the congregation was welcomed by Pastor Bonnie Higgins at 9:30 a.m. to begin the service. The Call to Worship was read and the Invocation/Lord’s Prayer was recited. The hymns that were sung was “Wonderful Words of Life”, “This Is My Father’s World”, and […]
Virgo: Don’t give in to temptation
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Isla Fisher, 45; Nathan Lane, 65; Morgan Fairchild, 71; Blythe Danner, 78. Happy Birthday: Distance yourself from unpredictable people and situations this year. Make your aim to explore new interests, and align yourself with people who share your goals. The world is your oyster if you position yourself for success. […]
United Way Deck the Halls – overall winner
REGION — United Way’s Deck the Halls event was fun and provided a safe way for families to enjoy the holiday spirit. Sponsored by Merrill’s Garage and Sterling Electric, participants signed up online for the contest. Categories included Best Lights (winner: Daigle residence in Jay), Best Decorations (winner: Knight residence in Phillips) and Best Overall. […]
Dean’s List
UNH DURHAM, NH — The following students have been named to the Dean’s List at the University of New Hampshire for the fall 2020 semester. Rylee Saunders of Jay, earning High Honors, Laura Ireland of Wayne, earning Honors, Mark Greenwald of Readfield, earning Honors and Hannah McLaughlin of Winthrop, earning High Honors. Students named to […]
OTIS accepting applications for scholarships
JAY — OTIS Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for its 2021 Scholarship Program. The Credit Union will be awarding five $500.00 scholarships this year to graduating high school seniors who are members of OTIS FCU. For full details and requirements, and to download the application, please visit […]
New mom not in the mood for husband’s entreaties
DEAR ABBY: I am a first-time mommy of a beautiful 2 1/2-month-old little boy. I should also mention that I’m 40 years old. My husband is constantly asking for sex. I mean, every day. I honestly do not feel like having it. I’m so worn out by the day-to-day chores of being a wife and […]